US-Iran conflict escalates as fresh missile strikes threaten Middle East ceasefire
Summary
The United States launched new airstrikes on Iran, leading Iran to fire missiles at countries that host US forces, including Bahrain, Qatar, Kuwait, and Jordan. This exchange of attacks threatens a temporary agreement aimed at stopping the war in the Middle East and has caused explosions near Iran’s nuclear power plant.Key Facts
- The US conducted airstrikes on Iran early Thursday, hitting about 90 targets.
- Iran responded by launching missiles at Bahrain, Qatar, Kuwait, and Jordan.
- Bahrain, Kuwait, and Jordan reported intercepting and shooting down missiles and drones.
- The attacks put a fragile ceasefire in the Middle East at risk.
- Explosions were reported near Iran’s only nuclear power plant.
- At least 14 people were killed and 78 wounded in Iran due to US airstrikes.
- The conflict affects the Strait of Hormuz, a key route for global oil and natural gas shipments.
- Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei of Iran was buried after being killed early in the war.
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